In Short, Counterfactual Thinking Can Be Described as __________

question 40

Multiple Choice

In short, counterfactual thinking can be described as __________.

• A) mentally reconstructing the past
• B) putting a positive spin on things to enhance self-esteem
• C) thinking about how things couldn't have turned out differently
• D) one of the most rational responses to an undesirable outcome

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Definitions:

Somatic Complaints

Physical symptoms that a person experiences, which may not have a medical explanation but are often related to psychological factors.

Insomnia

A common sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling and/or staying asleep, affecting an individual's quality of life and health.

Cortisol

A steroid hormone released by the adrenal glands in response to stress and low blood glucose, playing a crucial role in metabolism, inflammation, and the body's stress response.

Diuresis

Increased or excessive production of urine by the kidneys, often as a physiological response or due to certain substances.